When they finally arrived at the Winter Palace, Queen Liriel greeted them in the main hall. Syalin handed over the emblem and informed him of everything they had found.
"You did well to bring this," Liriel said, looking at the emblem carefully and continued saying, "Even if it is not much, it is a start. We will investigate this symbol and its origin. For now, rest. You have done your best."
Syalin bowed her head in respect, although the feeling of failure still weighed on her. She knew that this was only the beginning of a much larger threat and that sooner or later, the hooded ones would attack again. When they did, she would be ready to face them, no matter the cost.
Meanwhile, Andrew had returned to Cannaris Palace with Oliver. They did not linger long there and immediately teleported to Cannes Palace. They did not want any more people to bother them.
